Time for Summer

This week this happened...


My younger son finished elementary school and is off to middle school in the fall. This combined with my oldest daughter graduating from high school on Sunday makes me an emotional ticking time bomb.

Then this happened...


The backpacks, notebooks, lunch boxes, used up markers and pencils all made their way home. Lunch was eaten amid the end of school year papers and treats that had exploded on my kitchen table. Obviously the first meal of the summer had very little in the way of nutritional content. It was full of giggling girls and boys rolling their eyes at their antics though!

And then this happened...


Our first afternoon at the pool. I'm out of practice so I forgot the sunscreen and snacks. Swimming is still a such a novelty the first few weeks no one even noticed. They actually played and I may have even read a book...shhhh.

Last night, this happened...


The season finale of The Middle. If you haven't seen this show, you're missing out. It's so funny and so real. I think Frankie Heck lives in my head! Why can't more good TV be on in the summer?

After that, everyone slept in, sort of. At least, the house was quiet. I did not have to set an alarm, pack lunches, or run around like a mad woman trying to find last minute things for school.

And then came my Facebook status for the very first morning of summer...


Did I predict it here or what?!?
But then tonight, this happened.


My younger kids played with their friends on the playground until dusk. It was a beautiful, warm summer evening. I listened to the laughter and chatter of children who have no cares, no bedtime, no schedule. Later, my oldest daughter came home after being gone for a few days. We watched TV and had popcorn. There was laughter and hugs and the feeling of peace that comes when you're free.

Summer allows for all of these things and I want to know I stopped and recorded them here. Yes, school's out and it's time for summer in all it's crazy, chaotic glory to begin!


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  1. LanaMay 23, 2014 at 12:25 AM

    I just love summer! Reading your post I felt calm and relaxed....We still have 3 1/2 weeks until summer vacation starts, but at least it's a three day weekend. And why are kids ALWAYS hungry? :)

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 23, 2014 at 9:26 AM

      Yay for three day weekends! Hope yours is very relaxing!!

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  2. GeorgiaMay 23, 2014 at 12:39 AM

    Already summer?! I can't imagine what the school years are like. It kind of makes me sad and nervous... Eek!

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 23, 2014 at 9:30 AM

      The school years are different, but they're great, too! Maybe I would just skip the middle school drama though! :)

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  3. LeilaniMay 23, 2014 at 7:56 AM

    I love The Middle! Such a great show. Your post is making me very excited for Granny to open up her swimming pool. . . I think we'll just live at it all summer long and be just fine :)

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 23, 2014 at 9:32 AM

      So glad to hear you're a fan of The Middle, too! I'll miss it this summer. I think Granny's swimming pool sounds like a great plan. Fun for the whole family!

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  4. Simply Suzannes at HomeMay 23, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Hi Marie!
    Wow, your Summer break is early! Ours doesn't begin until June 24th. I have just a few more weeks to get a weekly schedule put together, so that we have structure through the Summer months.
    I loved the peaceful and positive attitude that I felt while reading your post.
    Wishing you a great Memorial weekend with your family!
    Hugs,
    Suzanne

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 23, 2014 at 9:40 AM

      Yes, summer starts early here and we'll be back to school by mid-August. Like you, I've got a summer plan for structure, but none of the activities start until after Memorial Day. I wouldn't survive without some kind of routine! :) Hope you have a wonderful weekend, too!

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  5. LeslieMay 23, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    Haha, hopefully they don't drive you crazy by tomorrow. I don't have any kids so it's just another day over here. I hope you & th kiddo's are having a great Friday!

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 23, 2014 at 8:54 PM

      Thanks, Leslie! Hope you have a good weekend, too! :)

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  6. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 4:26 AM

    Oh I love summer - ours is ages away in July. The pool looks so lovely and you got chance to read - jealous. Have a great holiday time :)

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 24, 2014 at 8:41 AM

      Thanks, Alison! By July, I'll be over summer vacation, but there will still be a month until school starts! :)

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  7. AnonymousMay 24, 2014 at 4:35 AM

    I loved the simplicity of summer when my daughters were at school. And when the weather is kind, the possibilities are endless. Here's to lots of lazy summer days and making the most of it!
    Sadly, life's not so simple now my daughters are at college. I think one is staying in her new home town a long way from home and the other may be heading over to the US to work.

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 24, 2014 at 8:43 AM

      Izzie, I read on your blog one of your daughters may work in the US this summer. I'm interested in how it goes! Sounds like a fun summer adventure for her!

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  8. Ferrell Boys MomMay 24, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Oh my, I LOVE the Middle too! My boys and I watch the reruns that come on The Hallmark Channel every night. Last night, my oldest boy looked at me during the show and said, "Mom, she's just like you!" Ha! I don't know if that's a good thing or not! But that show is more true to the real life drama of raising children and being married than most of the shows out there. Loved your post. I'm here from Kelly's Korner. I'm going to add you to my blog reading list. Happy Summer!

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 24, 2014 at 7:41 PM

      Thanks so much! I appreciate that! And, of course, it's always great to meet another fan of "The Middle"! :)

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  9. MomfeverMay 25, 2014 at 2:59 AM

    Looks like you had a great day! I love the picture of you and your son!

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  10. Jaime OliverMay 26, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    heres to a calm and peaceful summer ... although if your being asked already about lunch at 10.30 you may need all the luck in the world! .. hope you have a super time

    thanks for linking up with #MagicMoments

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 26, 2014 at 9:19 PM

      Thanks, Jaime! Hopefully, they'll start asking a little later as time goes on. I don't think they ever get a positive reaction at 10:30! :)

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  11. Let's Talk MommyMay 26, 2014 at 2:22 PM

    Ahh sounds amazing. I love summer time in the states, shhh don't tell my english friends. hahaha It's so great to read your blog. I feel like I get a little bit of home here and there and I really need to start following more America bloggers too! School is out I used to love come June when we didn't have to return until September. My kids won't get that here in the UK. Not sure as a parent that's great but as a child it was HEAVEN. Wow two kids with two big milestones I bet you were a little emotional. I love the Middles. It's hilarious. I am bad because I only let my hubby watch america tv over here as the accent sometimes is tough to understand. But we always seem to be behind. The middles play here but I think its' two seasons behind. Boo. I will have to live vicariously through you. lol Great #magicmoments

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 26, 2014 at 9:21 PM

      Glad you enjoy reading here, Jenny! Also, it's neat that you like the Middle, too! All the seasons are hilarious, so you'll just get to spread out the fun longer! :)

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  12. Coombe Mill - FionaMay 26, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    I love the bit about lunch, just what I have here, except they know lunch is up to then so it is "What's for dinner Mum" from each of my 6 kids several times a day!

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    1. normaleverydaylifeMay 26, 2014 at 9:22 PM

      That's great! What's for dinner is also one of my least favorite questions! :)

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  13. AnonymousMay 27, 2014 at 7:00 AM

    So many things going on in your household! So busy but looks so much fun! #MagicMoments

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  14. Chic CaliforniaJune 2, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    Hurray for summer! Thanks again for linking up:)

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